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  1. 10th December 2007, 05:03 PM #1
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    As I move from fulltime employment to part-time to retirement I have been developing my range of interests. For years I have been dabbling in restoring cars and building model railways. In doing so I have been building up a collection of tools, both power and hand. My carpentry skills have all been self taught (apart from Manual Arts in Grade 8 at school) but it has allowed me to carry out maintenance and projects around the home. I have always been interested in working with wood but most work has been functional but simple.

    As a project I decided to create a bar under the house. My mind has created this elaborate edifice that goes far beyond anything I have done before. To add to my situation I have inherited a collection of tools including about half a dozen planes of all different types and sizes. All haven't been used for years and are in need of servicing. My first thought was how? Then I wondered where to get help? I searched the web and came up with this forum. It appears to be just what I need. Expect to have plenty of questions posted for advice as I learn how to use my tools effectively and get closer to turning my mental images into real items.

    One aspect of my future bar has been settled as I have just come into possession of a quantity of silky oak and red cedar. Now to learn how to do it justice.

    I will be searching the forum for information as I have a list of power tools and accessories that I want ( Thicknesser, drill press, doweling jig, router accessories etc).


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    Welcome to the mad house Kerry
    A massive task you are considering, good luck with it, there is HEAPS of
    experience here, and people are only TO willing to help.
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    Welcome and watch out you will enjoy yourself its a bug it bites you'll keep coming back for more .

    Restoring cars details please

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    welcome kerry,you will always find the advice you need on these forums.
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    Wheelinround

    Only English cars. Started with MG's (Y Type), then moved to Triumphs (2000 & Spitfire) now Morris Minors (59 Ute and a modified 2 door under construction).
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    Only English cars. Started with MG's (Y Type), then moved to Triumphs (2000 & Spitfire) now Morris Minors (59 Ute and a modified 2 door under construction).

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    You sound to us that you could input some useful matter into his forum as well.

    How about a Jowett Javelin restoration?

    or have you ever visited this web site.
    http://www.pendonmuseum.com/index.jsp
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    Quote Originally Posted by jow104 View Post
    You sound to us that you could input some useful matter into his forum as well.

    How about a Jowett Javelin restoration?

    or have you ever visited this web site.
    http://www.pendonmuseum.com/index.jsp
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    Welcome to this madhouse of the wise,the knowledgable, the helpful, the comics, the profound etc..
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